About the Role
This Batch and Furnace Development program offers a deep dive into the glass industry and our operations, preparing participants for a successful career in the batch and furnace department. The program provides practical experience in our Auburn, NY plant, supporting a structured learning and development path towards becoming a combustion engineer or batch and furnace manager.
Responsibilities
- Learn about raw materials and cullet management, including characteristics, properties, collection, treatment, testing, and control.
- Gain knowledge of melting technology, including melting phenomena, glass conditioning, parameters, and measurement/control methods.
- Understand the end-to-end process of furnace operations and engineering, covering furnace management, heating, utilities, construction, energy management, and maintenance.
- Learn about glass quality controls and color changes.
- Develop skills in troubleshooting glass defects and furnace issues.
- Acquire proficiency in data analysis and understanding cause-effect links in glass production.
- Complete a manager-approved project focused on energy savings and process improvement within the batch and furnace department.
Requirements
- Natural curiosity and willingness to learn.
- Desire to ultimately lead and develop a team.
- Confidence under pressure and respect for different ideas.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Capability to prioritize and follow up on multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment.
- Strong data analysis skills.
- Able to travel throughout North America during the program.
- Able to work outside of regular business hours as needed.
- Previous experience in a fast-paced industrial setting is preferred.
- Must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis.
- Willingness to relocate for future opportunities.
Skills
- Data analysis
Location
- Auburn, NY
- North America
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Education Level
- Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing Technology or related discipline
Salary/Compensations
- USD 70,000 - USD 85,000 yearly
Benefits
- Vacation time and paid holidays
- Health, dental, prescription and vision care coverage
- Generous insurance discounts with participation in Company wellness program
- Wellness incentive where you can earn money for your HSA or HRA
- Group life insurance
- Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance
- Weekly disability insurance
- Paid sick time
- Parental leave benefits
- 401(k) retirement saving plans with defined contributions
- Financial assistance for travel
About the Company
- O-I has over 120 years of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for food and beverage brands.
- We are dedicated to making what matters to shape a healthier, more sustainable, and more exciting world.
- We transform the industry to make glass more relevant and accessible.
- O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance.
Equal Opportunity
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EOE guidelines.
- O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
- If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact O-I at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
